Mother of ‘Idol’ Contestant Angela Martin Still Missing

 

 

 

 

 

 

Angela Martin (above), an “American Idol” auditioner in Chicago who wowed all four judges with her rendition of Mary J. Blige’s “Just Fine” , continues to search for her missing mother, who was last seen leaving a family dinner on Christmas day.

 

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The HerStories Project celebrates Women’s History Month in March

The HerStories Project celebrates Women’s History Month in March at the Everybody Reads bookstore, 2019 East Michigan Avenue. The free program on Saturday afternoons showcases stories about women. Events include storytelling, writing workshops, and author readings. The final event is the Benefit Show and Open Mike, a fundraiser for the Women’s Center of Greater Lansing. The public is invited to join events without registration except for participation in workshops and the Open Mike. Updates are available at http://deyofthephoenix.com/herstories, and inquiries are welcome by emailherstories.project@gmail.com or phone (517) 346-9900.


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Black History: Past, Present and Future

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LANSING, MI — February is Black History Month.  Traditionally, we celebrate the month by looking at past accomplishments of well-known figures like Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks or George Washington Carver.   However, there are rich histories locally yet to be uncovered in pasts of living African American families.

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How to: Get Good Customer Service

Everyone likes to receive good customer service. If you can apply your emotional intelligence within the marketplace, you’ll receive quality customer service almost every time.

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Interpersonal EDGE: Losing your Mind? Get a New One!

By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Media Services

Q. In the last year, I’ve started a new career, gotten married and started therapy – and there are days I think I’m losing my mind. I’m looking at the world through completely different eyes. How do you keep your balance when you’re going through intense change professionally and personally?
 

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Movies 9-1: “The Book of Eli”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Studio:     (1 hr. 58 min.)

Plot:  A lone hero must fight his way across the wasteland of post-apocalyptic America to protect a sacred book that holds the key to saving the future of humanity.

Cast: Denzel Washington, Gary Oldman, Mila Kunis, Ray Stevenson, Jennifer Beals
Rating:    R
Bottom Line:     ***
 

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News Spotlight: Own a Business, Own Your Future

Next Bright Idea is an idea competition for any student enrolled in a higher education institution in the Greater Lansing Region. Students can submit their idea to www.nextbrightidea.com until Sunday, January 24. Starting January 25, the community can vote on which idea is their favorite.

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